8 Beautiful Dining Room Ideas For The Spring Season

"Even in a formal dining room you don't want to be ponderous or gloomy. Eating is really one of your indoor sports. You play three times a day, and it's well worthwhile to make the game as pleasant as possible."

                                 Dorothy Draper, Decorating is Fun!

 

 

Whether you have a formal dining room or a casual dining room style, a little updating won't hurt.  Transforming a dining room isn't very hard just a few tips and tricks to follow:

 

• Add a splash of bold color
• Soften room by adding linens such as table toppers, chair covers
• Add a pocket door for privacy
• Update light fixtures
• Invest in an exotic rug
• Create an inviting atmosphere with fresh flowers or greenery
• Open up draperies to bring in natural light
• Mix upholstery fabrics
• Build a banquette for extra seating
• Hang luxury draperies or modern curtains
• Keep things balanced (symmetry) with clean lines

I hope these dining rooms below will inspire you with your transformation:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Photos courtesy of House Beautiful Magazine